Major moorland fire above Tintwistle in Derbyshire now under control

Credit: Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service

A moorland fire which broke out above the village of Tintwistle in the High Peak has been brought under control.

Fire crews from Glossop, Whalley Bridge, Chapel-en-le-Frith and Buxton all tackled the fire, which broke out on the evening of Saturday, 26 March.

All fire crews have been withdrawn, but checks are being carried out for areas that may reignite is currently taking place.

Buxton Mountain Rescue was called in to help Derbyshire crews where the team used a drone to find fire hotspots and allow firefighters to plan where best to tackle the blaze.

Newly qualified drone pilot Henry, with spotter Mel, flew a drone over the incident site Credit: Buxton Mountain Rescue

Firefighters from Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue service also helped tackle the fire.

Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service said: "We supported colleagues from Derbyshire with a moorland fire. Three fire engines and one wildfire unit attended.

"Some residents in Greater Manchester reported smoke & ash last night. Wind was blowing in the direction of Manchester so this was likely from the moors.

"Firefighters worked hard under windy and tricky conditions. We ask residents to be safe and vigilant if visiting moorland areas."

It is not yet known how the fire was started.